giving teachers gifts for christmas?

A really nice solution to this problem is to buy a gift for his classroom, like a new book, or a special toy. It teaches him giving, and respect for his teachers, but it does not require that you buy ten extra gifts or so outside of your family.In fact if he has a favorite book, it is really cool to buy a copy to share at school. OT like really cool pencils and pens and such like, and you find those kinds of things at the Dollar stores if you choose to that too. PT-cute little weights. Most schools and teachers do not necessarily expect to be remembered personally. An inexpensive but useful rememberance is sticky notes for all. Assorted kinds. Because the Early Childhood Center I worked at served kids from low income families, we tried to maker sure that the families did not feel obligated toward us. I know you love to give, but keep it simple. It still helps your son learn appreciation.

Teachers don't want gifts in my daughter school they love to receive homemade one's instead.As parents we collect €5 off parents only if they want to contribute and pass it on to the teachers toward their xmas night out.Might buy a round of drinks/taxi home etc. This way people who are struggling don't feel pressured.

There are so many cute things that you can give the teachers at the dollar store.You could also buy a christmas mug from the dollar store and fill it with candy. Walmart and Target also have the cutest little gift sets starting at $3.00 and up.

I have always given my teachers a gift, and they were never costly gifts either. Check the dollar stores, or even discount stores from something small, inexpensive, yet thoughtful. It's not about the cost or the gift, but the thought behind it. Or have your child or you make something for the teacher. When I was in preschool, my mom had bought small clear glass plates from the dollar store. She took strips of different color tissue paper and water-proof glue, and one afternoon she helped me make stained glass plates to give.

a bottle of Tylenol!!!!!!!!! =)

I would say only give a gift to the teachers that work directly with your son. And if you dont want to give a gift you arent obligated to. I used to be a daycare teacher and some parents would give small gifts (from the child) and others didnt. I would never expect it. You could do something small like a scented candle that you wrap in tissue paper in put in one of those tiny gift bags. Or you could fill a x-mas coffee mug from the dollar store with m&m's or some other candy. You could do a $5 gift card for the nearest coffee shop (but if you do it for all 7 people that may be too much $$). You could do a gift of a new toy or book for the classroom which would go to everyone--you may need to ask the director of the daycare their policy on donating to the classroom though. Even a homemade christmas card made by your son would be nice. DONT SPEND A LOT OF MONEY if you do choose to give gifts! It is not expected!

You don't have to give an expensive gift. Give a couple dollars in gift certificates from a burger place or if you bake or do canning you can send a small packet of cookies, muffins, or a jar of jam or pickles. I used to do that, teachers love it. I don't think you need to give gifts to the PT and OT and speech teacher unless they are really close. I don't know. Or go get nice pair of gloves or a scarf at the dollar store for a dollar! Actually the dollar store has lots of nice not so shabby things for gifting like this.

My son is also in preschool, but he has a teacher, and an assistant teacher. That's it! Lol. I have bought something small for both. As well as my oldest's teacher. If you wanted to do something for all but can't afford much, try going to Ebay. (Which is what I did) You can buy a "lot" of Bath & Body Works lotions, and some clear colorful plastic wrap and some ribbon, and create a very pretty, inexspensive gift for each teacher. I would love to receive a small bottle of Bath & Body Works lotion! Lol. Love that stuff.

Wht say to some chocolates actually children are pretty cute and they love chocolates so if thy'll give the teacher what they love the most there'll be a smile on the teacher's face!!!!!!!!!!

Some great ideas here. Why not start preparing for next year at the same time. If you have some seeds or cuttings pot them up and have your kids care for them during the year then give them as gifts. Imagine your childs delight to be able to tell their teacher that they have raised the plant themselves.

dont you think giving gifts for christmas to teachers is agood thing.it just gives a meaning that you remember then even when you are enjoying yourself.well we useed to do that when at school.

I think there is nothing wrong on giving a gift to the teachers of your children,even if you do not give gift on x'mas it is also alright,I think teachers understand the financial conditon of the parents students. There will be no violation even if you don't give.

I don't think you would have to spent lots of money. Selfmade things are usually much more appreciated than things you just buyed in a store. How about baking some cookies, muffins or small cakes together with your offspring? That way, your child would have also taken part in making the present making it even more valuable for the teachers. You may add a selfmade christmas-card as well. I think this is more than enough. The teachers will certainly like it and you don't have to spend lots of money!

it is good thing that giving gift to teacher because relation between student and teacher will good improve.

I worked at a daycare and aperciated gifts very much. Teachers do not get paid much so it is things like that that really make you feel aperciated. I would consider taking doughnuts, candy, cookies, something like that for the teachers in the building. Another thing is we never expected anything so even the gifts from the $1.00 store where very apperciated.

When I was younger, my mom would crochet something for my teachers, such as a kitchen towel. That way, I could take a gift without it costing a fortune.

So many people have given such good answers. I do so like the idea of a gift for the classroom. Making something is great too. Plus making something would be fun for your son as well. Cookies are nice too - make sure you send enough for the whole class.

I was thinking that maybe you can bake some cookies to give to all the teachers to share or maybe a fruit basket. I like the first posters idea about buying a gift for the classroom.

I used to by the teachers presents, but practical gifts. They get enough candles and coffee mugs. This year I will not be buying them gifts because a) money is tight this year and b) I don't like either of my daughters' teachers. Some teachers would rather you bring in a donation to the Food Bank or something.

Home made cards will be enough, just do them together with your child, and this present is more precious than anything you will find in the shops...at least for you, and others shoudl appreciate it in this way: little, smally hands tried to make smth for them!